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Project Financial Controller at Methods | London

MethodsLondon, England, United Kingdom
On-site Full-time

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Experience

Qualifications

Successful candidates will ideally possess:Proven experience in financial control or project finance management, preferably within a consultancy environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights. Proficiency in financial reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel, or similar. Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with project teams and stakeholders. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About the job

Methods is a premier IT Services Consultancy with a turnover exceeding £100M, dedicated to transforming public sector operations in the UK through innovative technology solutions. With over 30 years of experience, our UK-based team excels in delivering comprehensive, people-centric business and technical solutions that emphasize safety and future-readiness.

What sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators, and software houses is our human touch. We prioritize people, technology, and data, striving to create sustainable value for our clients, employees, communities, and the planet.

At Methods, we collaborate closely with our clients to ensure the success of their projects, sharing expertise and solving challenges together. Our culture encourages enjoyment in our work while embracing learning opportunities from our mistakes.

While we primarily serve the public sector, we are currently expanding our client portfolio in the private sector.

Methods became part of the Alten Group in early 2022.

Job Purpose

The Project Financial Controller is instrumental in tracking, analyzing, and supporting the achievement of robust project margins across various customer initiatives within our technology and engineering consultancy. This role collaborates closely with Technical Project Managers to ensure that margin performance is accurately monitored and reported, enabling informed decision-making aligned with strategic objectives.

The Project Financial Controller will also contribute to the transformation of internal Project Control processes, focusing on enhancing reporting automation and operational insights.

Main Responsibilities

  • Monitor and report on project margin performance against established half-yearly targets, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Technical Project Managers to track and understand factors impacting margins (revenue, costs, financial progress).
  • Analyze fluctuations in project margins, providing insights and recommendations for improved financial outcomes.
  • Lead or assist in automating project margin reporting using tools such as Power BI, Excel, and Power Query.
  • Create clear and insightful dashboards and reporting outputs to support decision-making at operational and leadership levels.
  • Contribute to the ongoing improvement of project control processes, with a focus on simplification, consistency, and transparency.
  • Become a key user of the internal project management tool utilized for margin performance calculations and presentations.
  • Provide ad-hoc support to project teams and leadership concerning margin analysis, performance tracking, and reporting.

About Methods

Methods is a distinguished IT Services Consultancy with a focus on transforming public sector operations in the UK. We leverage over 30 years of experience to deliver innovative, people-centric solutions that prioritize safety and sustainability. Our recent acquisition by the Alten Group enhances our capabilities to serve an expanding clientele in both public and private sectors.

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